Phil Laurette answers “Is this a YA book? If not is there...”

B asked this question about The Kite Runner:

Is this a YA book? If not is there anything in it that makes it inappropriate for teens?

Phil Laurette It depends on the young adult. There are a number of disturbing events including rape, brutal beatings and public executions. These things are uncomfo…moreIt depends on the young adult. There are a number of disturbing events including rape, brutal beatings and public executions. These things are uncomfortable for adults to read and although it is a work of fiction it is written in such a graphic and believable voice that it is hard to separate yourself from the idea that it is based on actual events. You really have to decide for yourself whether your young adult is mature enough to digest such possible realities. I read it myself before allowing my kids to read it and for me my 15 year old could handle it but many could not. Definitely not a "fun" novel to read purely for pleasure.(less)

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noée I read this a few months after I turned 12, and was fine. I talked to my mom about it, and it helped me. She hasn't read it. Overall I really like the ...more
Nov 29, 2020 08:35AM · flag

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